Deputy Headteacher

An exciting opportunity has arisen in our school for a new Deputy Headteacher.

Are you an excellent classroom practitioner and an aspiring leader ready for the next stage in your career? Do you thrive on working with a hardworking and supportive team, dedicated governing body and motivated children?

If so, then this vacancy as our Deputy Headteacher is for you.

We are looking for an inspirational Deputy Headteacher to work in partnership with our motivated pupils, committed staff, Governing Body, families and wider community.

Elsworth C of E (VA) Primary School is committed to providing an excellent standard of education with a strong Christian ethos. Pupils are proud to attend our school and are keen to learn. They speak positively about being part of a small school where everyone is known, accepted and cared for. All our work is underpinned by our school bible verse ‘Act justly, love mercy and walk humbly with your God.’ Micah 6:8 (b). The staff are committed to respond fully to the academic, social, spiritual and emotional needs of our pupils and this is reflected in all aspects of our school’s work.

Elsworth CofE (VA) Primary School can offer you:
• A friendly, enthusiastic, fun and caring school community
• Motivated, polite and courageous learners who enjoy school
• An excellent, hardworking and committed staff team who have high expectations
• A supportive governing body and leadership team
• High quality continuing professional development – based on your specific needs and requirements
• An innovative and well-resourced setting

Desired skills and attributes
(please see the Job Description and Person Specification for full details)

We want our Deputy Headteacher to be:
 committed to upholding and supporting the school’s vision and mission
 willing to work within the Christian ethos of our school
 dedicated to provide the best education for our children
 an excellent classroom practitioner who has experience teaching in KS1 and KS2
 able to lead and engage pupils and staff in the learning process in order to achieve high standards within a creative learning environment
 inspirational, with the ability to enthuse children and staff in learning
 committed to inclusive practice
 someone who enjoys teaching and learning
 a practitioner who has effective listening and communication skills
 work positively under pressure
 able to promote children’s independent learning and creativity
 able to communicate with the whole school community
 child-centred
 flexible and adaptable
 an aspiring leader ready for the next stage in their career development

Candidates must have Qualified Teacher Status and have good knowledge and understanding of the Primary curriculum and Early Years Framework.

How to apply

Contact with the school is encouraged and we can arrange tours of the school. We are also happy to talk over the phone or online. Application packs can be obtained from the school website, or by contacting the school office. CV applications will not be considered.

Please send your application form, together with a covering letter addressed to Mrs Elizabeth Bennett, Headteacher to the school office via post or email address below.

School email: office@elsworth.cambs.sch.uk
School address: Elsworth CofE Primary School, Broad End, Elsworth, Cambridge, CB23 7XE
Telephone number: 01954 267272
School website: www.elsworthprimary.org

Closing date: Friday 27th February at 3.00pm
Interviews: Wednesday 11th March

Elsworth C of E (VA) Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children and expects all staff to share this commitment. All new staff within the school will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and all other safeguarding requirements in accordance with DfE legislation. All members of staff will receive training in line with our Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy.

Elsworth C of E (VA) Primary School welcomes enquiries from everyone and values diversity in our workplace. A commitment to promoting diversity and developing a workplace environment where all staff are treated with dignity and respect is central to our recruitment process.